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NEMO Science Museum
Hands-on science museum in Amsterdam popular with families and visitors of all ages. Though not in Schiphol itself, it is one of the region’s best-known museums.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bussum to Schiphol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 16 miles (27 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$11 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (37m by train vs 42m by car). Tickets start at around $11 (€9) compared to roughly $9 (€7) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Bussum to Schiphol run on average 27 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 16 miles (27 km) distance in 36m.
Distance 16 miles (27 km) |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 27 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 2 days |
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Airport prices are higher than in most Dutch cities. Meals, coffee, and convenience items usually cost more inside terminals.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Tipping is uncommon for counter service.
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Schiphol Airport, Amsterdam -> Amsterdam Centraal, Amsterdam
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